HC fixes ultimatum for allocation of funds for beautification of Mamallapuram
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The Madras High Court on Thursday directed the Centre and the State authorities to provide you with a agency dedication on allotment of funds for the beautification and maintenance of the traditional city of Mamallapuram.
Justices Vineet Kothari and M.S. Ramesh granted 4 weeks time to Special Government Pleader J. Pothiraj and central authorities standing counsel Sunita Kumari to file particular person standing report on allocation of funds.
The judges additionally warned that the Secretaries of the departments involved could be summoned to the courtroom if a constructive report was not filed within the courtroom by November 25. They stated sufficient time had already been granted by the courtroom for allocation of funds.
The orders have been handed on a suo motu public curiosity litigation petition taken up by the courtroom final 12 months following a letter written by Justice N. Kirubakaran, to the Chief Justice, impressing upon the necessity for correct repairs of the traditional city.
The 9 web page letter had traced the historical past of Mamallapuram for the reason that seventh century and identified that it was now a UNESCO world heritage website.
“The structures, which stands today in Mamallapuram (Mamallapuram), could not have been created in a few years and it would have taken centuries together during the Pallava reign. Solely due to their efforts and dedication, these sculptures stand as evidence of Pallava dynasty. However, in modern times, they are not properly maintained because of encroachments and unregulated constructions, obstructing free view of the monuments.” the senior decide had lamented.
During the listening to on Thursday, Ms. Kumari advised the courtroom that the Centre had determined to offer a facelift to 16 important spots throughout the nation and Mahabalipuram was one of them. She undertook to file an in depth report on this regard.
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